Instructor

Company Description

Baking Coach is a women-owned, small business based in Long Island, NY, established in 2005. The company is dedicated to making baking accessible to everyone, regardless of their skill level. Known for its Baking Activity Kits and state-of-the-art kitchen workshops in Bellport, NY, Baking Coach provides engaging and inclusive baking experiences, including ASL instructions. Their flagship product, Edible Cookie Dough Baking Kits, offers a fun, mess-free way to create safe-to-eat cookie dough or fresh cookies. Partnering with its sister non-profit, Recipes 4 Learning, Baking Coach values inclusivity by empowering differently abled individuals through job training and employment opportunities.

Role Description

This is a part-time, on-site role for an Instructor based in Bellport, NY. The Instructor will lead in-person baking workshops, guide participants through hands-on baking activities, and assist in creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment for all abilities. The role involves preparing materials for classes, explaining step-by-step instructions, and ensuring safety and cleanliness in the kitchen. The Instructor will also help support the mission of Baking Coach by providing training and mentorship to community members.

Qualifications

• Strong baking and teaching skills with experience in delivering hands-on workshops or classes.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with individuals of varying abilities and learning styles.
• Organizational and time management skills for class preparation and on-site responsibilities.
• Knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation procedures, with attention to creating a safe and clean environment.
• Availability for flexible part-time hours, as well as the ability to commute to the kitchen in Bellport, NY.
• Experience engaging children or adults in educational or recreational activities is a plus.
• Passion for baking and an enthusiastic, patient, and inclusive teaching approach.